Huey the Retired Ambulance

KENT, WA4.82 11 reviews

2004 Ford E450 · Camper van

Drive Huey, a retired ambulance, for a truly unforgettable, head-turning adventure! Equipped for adventure, enjoy off-grid power, a full kitchen, and queen bed comfort. Expertly maintained by a gearhead owner, ensuring a reliable, worry-free adventure. Surprisingly easy to drive, this pet-friendly rig is ready for PNW exploration.

Regular price $264 /day
$1501 / week · $5831 / month
$500 refundable deposit
Moderate cancellation policy

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Have you ever watched an ambulance scream past you and wondered what it feels like to drive one of those beauties? Here’s your chance! Explore the splendour of the Pacific Northwest from the comfort and safety of this show-stopper retired ambulance. The powerful turbodiesel van comes with everything 2 people and pets would need for a memorable road trip in most weather conditions. Plenty of power from the V8 gets you into and keeps up with highway traffic with ease, while the low-down diesel torque will climb almost any hill or mountain road effortlessly. And it sounds like a semi!! You gotta love the diesel “dock-dock-dock” sound :). Maybe I should have named it “Dock-Dock”…but I digress
The interior of the van came fully insulated in the rugged ambulance box (did I say “safety”?) and converted professionally to include pine wall panels, hardwood floor and sliding wood bedframe built around the original cabinets and shelves. Dimmable LED ceiling lights, diesel heater and vent fan for creature comforts. Still has original VHF radio, air horn, lights and sirens…maybe they still work? Rent Huey to find out! (There’s a hint in the Rules below)
With offshore power and inverter plus 400W solar panels feeding three 12V batteries, you can charge your laptop and power appliances without draining the vehicle battery. Lots of storage space inside and outside. Kitchen with sink and fridge allow you to stay nourished at your own convenience. Still a work in progress, but sufficient for most adventures!
Engine, chassis and drivetrain professionally inspected by Ford dealer in March 2022 and in great shape, has been driven from Kent to SoCal and also Kent to Denver and back. Host is a lifelong mechanic and gearhead—I spoil this truck with maintenance round the clock so you can drive with peace of mind.

Guest reviews

4.82 · 11 reviews · 114 saved · 15 trips

Provides thorough guidance & support. Tony is consistently praised for his easy, responsive communication and helpfulness. He provides detailed walk-throughs, answers all questions, and gives suggestions, making renters feel confident. He also offers support for issues.

Surprisingly easy to drive. Huey, a retired ambulance, is surprisingly easy to drive with split mirrors and a rear-view camera. It’s well-stocked, clean, and cozy with a comfortable bed, kitchenette, and thoughtful extras. Its unique, quirky charm and personality turn heads.

Cleanliness 4.7Communication 5.0Mechanical 4.2Value 4.3Accuracy 4.8
5 90.91%
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3 9.09%
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What this rental offers

  • Air Conditioning
  • Awning
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Coffee Maker
  • Cooking Basics
  • Dining Table
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Extra Storage
  • Festival Friendly
  • Generator
  • Heater
  • Hot Water
  • Inverter
  • Kitchen Sink
  • Microwave
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Pet Friendly
  • Potable Water
  • Pots & Pans
  • Refrigerator
  • Solar
  • Stove
  • Tailgate Friendly
  • Toilet
  • Burning Man Friendly

What’s included

  • Full kitchen with 2-burner propane stove and an electric-powered faucet and sink
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Electric water kettle
  • Pots, pans, dishware, silverware, cooking utensils, dish towels, cleaning supplies
  • Coffee maker
  • French press
  • Diesel heater
  • Portable propane grill and utensils
  • Portable propane heater provided upon request
  • Large propane tank (full)
  • Two 5-gal freshwater tanks (can be full or empty upon pickup)
  • 400 Watt Solar power
  • 20 Amp Shore power plug-in and cable
  • Inverter + electrical system that charges automatically while the van is running
  • Dimmable LED interior lighting
  • Exterior scene lighting (original ambulance equipment)
  • Powerful fan keeps the interior cool and odor-free
  • Lots of storage space in 3 exterior bays, 1 interior cabinet, many shelves, and under the 2 benches
  • Portable toilet
  • Convertible futon-bed with firm 4 inch queen mattress and 2-inch memory foam topper sleeps 2
  • Fresh linen+pillows, duvet available upon request
  • 2 Camp chairs
  • 2 Sleeping bags upon request
  • 10x10 easy setup tent upon request
  • 1 hammock
  • First aid kit
  • Roadside safety kit
  • Kite! (looks like a dragon)
  • Pick-up and/drop-off within 20mi radius available upon request

Extras & add-ons

  • Zero-G Folding Lounge$30
    Gray folding lounger
  • Canopy$30
    10x10

Specifications

  • MakeFord
  • ModelE450
  • Year2004
  • Length28.0 ft
  • Sleeps2
  • Minimum renter age21
  • Seatbelts2
  • FuelDiesel
  • TransmissionAutomatic
  • Fuel tank50 gal
  • Fresh water10 gal
  • Gray water5 gal
  • Black water3 gal

What’s nearby

Check out the Olympic Peninsula, especially La Push and the Hoh Rainforest
Enjoy the scenic drive along Chuckanut drive between Burlington and Bellingham, overlooking the Samish Bay in Puget Sound
Explore wine country in King and Snohomish county (Woodinville to Monroe)
Camano Island
Visit Anacortes
Mount Rainier National Park
Mount St Helens
Mount Adams Wilderness
Ocean Shores, Westport
Ellensburg, Wenatchee, Leavenworth, Chelan for ranches and wine country

Host rules

Handle with care. This is a 20 year old rig and I've hand built a lot of the amenities. Go slow and smooth. Let me know immediately if you drive over and strike hard objects so I can inspect it promptly for everyone's safety
• No off-roading please (the oil filter is super vulnerable to rocks. Ask me how I know :)
• Return clean inside (dump all your waste)
• Return with fuel level same as at pickup
Have fun!!

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Payment methods

  • Ach Direct Debit
  • American Express
  • Apple Pay
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Google Pay
  • Mastercard
  • Shop Pay
  • Visa

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